Is pasta healthier or rice?

February 5,Kathmandu.Whenever we talk about food, rice is definitely mentioned. Pasta also holds a special place in our kitchen. Both of these are very tasty and easily available foods. Both of these foods, which are liked by everyone, are prepared in many different ways.

Rice is a traditional and popular food, which has been a favorite food of humans for about ten thousand years. Pasta is also very much liked for its taste and has been in the kitchen of humans for more than a thousand years. However, if there is a question of choosing one of these two, you will quickly answer according to your choice.

But if the question is slightly changed and you are asked which is better for health between rice and pasta? Will you be able to answer? Most of us do not know whether eating rice or pasta is more beneficial for our health.

Usually, we eat whatever we get to fill our stomach. We rarely think about what is more beneficial for our health.

Pasta or rice?

Both rice and pasta are popular, but from a health point of view, brown rice is more beneficial. It contains more fiber, vitamins and minerals, which help in improving digestion. On the other hand, the glycemic index of white rice is 70. Eating it can increase blood sugar level. Rice can be harmful for diabetic patients.

While pasta made from wheat lacks nutrients, pasta prepared from multigrain or millets is healthy. If it is cooked with green vegetables, it also provides fiber, vitamins and many healthy nutrients. If you are health conscious, then multigrain pasta prepared with brown rice and green vegetables is a healthy option.

Carbohydrates

If your body needs more energy, then white rice or brown rice is a better option. According to the US Department of Agriculture, 100 grams of brown rice and white rice contain 78 grams of carbohydrates, while 100 grams of pasta contains 71.5 grams of carbs.

Fiber

Talking about fiber, 100 grams of multigrain pasta can contain more than 10 grams of fiber. Whereas 100 grams of brown rice contains 4 grams and white rice contains only 0.4 grams of fiber. In such a situation, pasta is a better option for a fiber rich diet.

Calories

There is not much difference in calories between brown rice and pasta. 100 grams of brown rice contains 360 calories, while regular pasta contains 357 calories.

Protein

In terms of protein, pasta is better than rice. If you are focusing on building muscles or participate in sports activities, then you should choose pasta. According to the US Department of Agriculture, 100 grams of multigrain pasta can provide 12.5 grams of protein, while brown rice contains 8 grams and white rice contains 2.5 grams of protein.

Other Healthy Nutrients

A 100 gram bowl of pasta contains calcium (36 mg), iron (3.21 mg) and magnesium (107 mg). However, 100 grams of brown rice contains more magnesium (120 mg) than pasta, while brown rice does not contain calcium.